Ep. 8: Mika awakens in PSO2 while Itsuki investigates Aika's strange behavior and missing player rumors.

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Mika is shown to have awakened within the world of PSO2, prompting Aika to exhibit strange behavior following his return. Itsuki finds this situation suspicious and begins investigating Aika on his own, though outsiders perceive him as merely chasing her. As Itsuki and Rina visit each club president to organize an after party, Aika frequently comes up in their conversations. Itsuki questions his PSO2 friends and continues searching for Aika, which irritates Rina. Meanwhile, rumors circulate that PSO2 players are going missing, adding to the growing tension and mystery surrounding the group's activities and the game's impact on their lives.